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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Films must have been completed in 2016 or 2017.

Films must be no more than 40 minutes in length – including credits.

If selected, films must be available for projection in DCP.

All non-English language films must have English language subtitles.

If the film has been viewed/available on the internet without a password, you must submit the film in the Online category.

Please notify the programming department if:-The film is or has been available for purchase or available on VOD/any streaming services or has been/will be broadcast on television prior to June 20, 2017. -The film has screened or will screen in the Coachella Valley/Palm Springs area prior to June 20, 2017.

Submissions must be uploaded and submitted no later than the deadline date to qualify for the respective entry fees.

For Student entries, a copy of an official student ID or a letter from the school must be sent with the entry submission as proof of student status when the film was made.

Changing the screening format from what is listed on the application is not permissible.

If selected, a press kit must be provided. Digital press kits are required. -At least two (2) publicity stills from the film. Stills must be submitted by email (jpg, 300 dpi preferred, clearly labeled with film title--if multiple photos are sent, please label with film title & 1 of 2, 2 of 2, etc) to programming@psfilmfest.org.-Full production credits and director’s biography.-Film synopsis – 50 words.-30 second Trailer (if available)

CHECK MUST BE IN US DOLLARS drawn on a US Bank – NO NON-US CHECKS ACCEPTED